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My dog is skinny after puppies, eating constantly. Is she okay?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

I have a female dog that had puppies 6 weeks ago. She is no longer nursing them, but she is extreamly skinny, and cant get enough to eat

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Answered By Debi Matlack

Veterinary Technician

Published on March 9th, 2015

I recommend getting her seen by your vet for an exam and bloodwork. She could have parasites, also, voracious appetite without weight gain or weight loss is a sign of diabetes. It could be that the pups have worn her out. She should have been eating puppy food the whole time she was pregnant and nursing. If she was not, this could be partly responsible for her thin condition. Your vet will give you a treatment plan, based on the findings.

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